2022 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S 1.5L Diesel · FL22 GPO

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Citroen C5 Aircross was conducted on 15 January 2026 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. The previous test on 10 February 2025 also returned a pass with no recorded defects, establishing a consistent and reassuring maintenance trend across the two most recent examinations. With no advisories logged at either test, there is no direct DVSA evidence of any active concerns relating to braking performance, tyre condition, suspension integrity, lighting, emissions, or structural corrosion at the time of inspection. From an official roadworthiness perspective, the documentation supports a stable maintenance profile, although the relatively short MOT history available means a prospective buyer cannot rely solely on these records to identify longer-term wear patterns. The recorded mileage of 15,047 miles over approximately four years equates to an annual usage of around 3,762 miles, which is notably below the national average and indicates that this vehicle has likely seen either predominantly short journeys, extended periods of standing, or a combination of both. Such low annual mileage does not typically translate into heavy wear on high-mileage components such as the clutch, turbocharger, or drivetrain internals, but it does raise legitimate concerns around calendar-based degradation that mileage alone does not capture. Extended standing periods are known to accelerate certain age-related issues, including brake disc surface corrosion, caliper seizure due to piston corrosion, and deterioration of rubber and plastic components purely through environmental exposure rather than mechanical wear. Given the clean MOT history and low usage profile, a prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection focusing on age-related deterioration rather than seeking out specific flagged defects. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and tread cracking, as low-mileage tyres can develop ozone-related cracking long before the tread wears down, particularly if the vehicle has been stored outdoors or used only intermittently. The braking system should be examined for signs of disc corrosion, which can manifest as a judder or vibration under braking on the test drive, and the calipers should be checked for any binding or uneven pad wear that may have developed during periods of inactivity. Similarly, the 12-volt battery health is a critical consideration, as a battery that has sat partially discharged or has not been regularly maintained can fail without warning, and it is advisable to have its state of charge and load capacity professionally tested. Finally, all fluid services should be verified against calendar intervals rather than mileage alone, including engine oil and filter changes, diesel fuel system bleeding if applicable, brake fluid replacement, and coolant renewal, as these degrade over time regardless of how few miles the vehicle has covered. The service book should be examined to confirm that annual inspections have been carried out by a competent party, which would provide further assurance that the vehicle has been properly maintained despite its low usage.